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Flamenco dancer to perform at Rancho Alegre

John Jaramillo, an acclaimed actor, dancer, choreographer and instructor in arts and education, will present two performances of Flamenco del Encanto on Saturday evening at Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant\u2019s downtown location. (Courtesy of Flamenco del Encanto)

Passionate dance, music and song - three elements that bring together the ultimate flamenco experience.

John Jaramillo, an acclaimed actor, dancer, choreographer and instructor in arts and education, will present two performances of Flamenco del Encanto on Saturday evening at Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant's downtown location. Joining Jaramillo will be dancer and singer Rina Menosky and master guitarist Jean Pierre Verbiste.

Originally from New Mexico with Pueblo Indian Native American heritage, Jaramillo studied flamenco in Spain and has performed the flamenco dance with renowned groups around the globe. New Mexico, America's "Land of Enchantment," is not only Jaramillo's home but also a source of authentic forms of Spanish-style flamenco music, song and dance.

Based in Atlanta, Jaramillo often travels to New Mexico to walk in the land of his ancestors, said Therra Cathryn Gwyn, Jaramillo's public relations manager.

"John is very passionate and very precise. He is a very seasoned, international performer," Gwyn said.

This will be Jaramillo's first time performing in Savannah, having visited the city before.